Commercial Engine Shop Technician Trainee

Peterson Holding Company; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. in Hillsboro, Oregon, is seeking a technician to perform repairs and maintenance on engines and related systems under supervision.

The role involves inspecting, prepping, and modifying engine products for delivery, assisting field technicians, and operating an engine dyno. The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology or related field with at least 1 year of related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology or related field with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Heavy industrial environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain marine, industrial, and EPG engines and related systems.
• Perform pre-delivery inspections of engine products.
• Prep/modify sold engine products before delivery to customer.
• Assist field technicians with repairs at customer locations.
• Operate and maintain engine dyno.
• Write service reports documenting activities.
• Prepare work orders, parts lists, and time cards accurately.
• Maintain punctual and attendance.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Provide back-up to Electric Power Shop technicians.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Engine repair

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology or related field

Job description

Summary

This position performs repairs and maintenance on engines and related systems under supervision from an experienced Technician.

Essential Job Functions

• Repairs and maintain all makes and models of marine, industrial, and EPG engines and related systems.
• Perform pre‑delivery inspections of engine products.
• Prep/modify sold engine products before delivery to customer.
• On occasion, assist field technicians making repairs at customer locations.
• Operate and maintain engine dyno.
• Provide back‑up to Electric Power Shop technicians, as required.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and time cards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job promptly.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or a closely related field; and a minimum of 1 year of directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.

Benefits

Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities.